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Hribal a writein winner as Westchester village president

Former village manager over takes Kevin McDermott

By FRANCIA GARCIA HERNANDEZ Staff Reporter

In the highly contested bid to become Westchester’s next village president, Greg Hribal, a write-in candidate and for mer village manager, has come out on top, after the Cook County Clerk’s office announced the unofficial results of write-in votes on April 14. Hribal obtained 939 votes, 254 more than ballot leading candidate Kevin McDermott who had 685 votes as of April 14. Based on Cook County Clerk data analyzed by the Village Free Press, 51 ballots remain to be counted, a number certain not to change the outcome of the race.

“I’m overwhelmed by the support that I received, those who voted for me did something completely different than they normally do going through the write-in process,” Hribal said.

Hribal intends on taking office soon after the Cook County Clerk certifies the official election results on April 25. He said most of the other candidates in the race have called to congratulate him on his victory, adding he would welcome their input once he takes office.

“I am hitting the ground running. I intend on acting upon my promises of working with developers on various projects throughout Westches-

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Foster rescue helps stray dogs in Proviso nd a home

Par tnering with local animal control agencies, Find a Home Pet Rescue redirects impounded dogs to foster homes

By FRANCIA GARCIA HERNANDEZ Staff Reporter

Lola, a stray female Pitbull was seen running on the I-290 highway in Forest Park in February. On Feb. 4, she was picked up by Maywood Animal Control at the ComEd facility at 1319 Maybrook

Dr. Animal control then turned her in to Find a Home Pet Rescue Inc., a foster rescue organization that operates out of Naperville to find homes for stray pets.

When found, Lola was emaciated –weighing just 26 lbs. After receiving veterinary care and recovering in a foster home, the now 57.8-lbs-pitbull went to her new permanent home last week where she will live with her new family and furry brothers and sisters.

“She was a perfect girl from the start,” said Jennifer Migala Santucci in a Facebook post shared by Find A Home. Migala Santucci fostered Lola until she found her permanent new home.

The nonprofit organization helps find foster homes for surrendered dogs or stray dogs found in the Chicagoland area and local shelters. Adoption coordinator Marianne Yurko said the group often partners with the Broadview police department to find foster homes where impounded dogs can be temporarily held until the owner is found. If the owner is not found, the nonprofit helps find an adoptive family.

“What we try to do is work with the police department to get the dogs directly into a foster home to circumvent them from having to be taken to the pound,” Yurko said.

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Thrive with Pride Café creates safe space for LGBT+ seniors in Proviso area

Monthly hybrid event connects LGBT+ seniors and oﬀers ser vices

By FRANCIA GARCIA HERNANDEZ Staff Reporter

On April 29, Aging Care Connections, a not-for-profit organization that serves senior adults and their families, will host an event focused on advanced planning for LGBT+ seniors in the Proviso, Riverside and Lyons townships.

“In my experience as a care coordinator, a lot of my clients don’t have advance directives in place, even ones that are in their 80s and 90s,” said Hanah Sebek, care coordinator at Aging Care Connections

“It’s a very important process to set up.”

Advance directives are written statements where individuals can choose someone to make health care decisions for them in case they are unable to make them themselves An individual can grant another person health care power of attor ney and provide specific instructions they want them to follow.

“For a lot of LGBT+ individuals their family is not their POA [power of attor ney agent], their family is not their decisionmaker, especially for those with less accepting families,” Sebek said.

The topic will be explored at the notfor-profit’s “Thrive with Pride Café,” a monthly event that provides a safe space for LGBT+ older adults to socialize and lear n about the programs the nonprofit of fers. The event is available virtually

and in-person at the nonprofit’s of fice, 111 W. Har ris Ave., La Grange.

“It’s a great lear ning opportunity. We try to focus on what our clients want to see,” Sebek, said, adding the events of fer an opportunity for seniors to lear n about topics that interest them or address unmet needs “Anyone who wants to come can.”

Sebek said the program was created to reach LGBT+ seniors who are less likely to seek suppor t based on trauma and discrimination they may have experienced in the past. According to a national survey published by the Movement Advancement Project, LGBT+ older adults are more vulnerable to social isolation as they are more than twice as likely to be unpartnered. LGBT+ older adults are also up to four times less likely to have children than their heterosexual or cisgender peers

“We started Thrive with Pride as a way to have a flagship lighthouse program that’s saying ‘hello, we know you’re out there, we see you, please come here and let us support you and get af fir ming services,’” said Jason Echols, manager of special initiatives for Age Options Age Options partners with local communitybased organizations to reach senior adults in suburban Cook County. In total, it supports six “Thrive with Pride Cafe” groups, including one in the La Grange and Proviso area in partnership with Aging Care Connections and one in the Brookfield area thanks to Holy Covenant Metropolitan Community Church

“At the core of it, we’re trying to address social isolation and provide a community place,” Echols said. Provided

On April 29, Aging Care Connections will host a hybrid rive w ith Pride Café session on advanced planning for LGBT+ seniors

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D209 board demands apology for Tribune public notice oversight

Board said they did not authorize the publication of public hearing notice regarding sale of $44 million in bonds

By AMARIS E. RODRIGUEZ Staff Reporter

Amidst outcry on social media re garding a public notice seen in the Chicago Tribune in late March, Proviso Township High School District 209 school board members sought a public apolo gy from those they trust for financial guidance for the premature move

During the board meeting on Tuesday, April 11, Dr James Cunneen, C & H Educational Consultant and representatives of Mesirow Public Finance, including managing director Todd Krzyskowski, publicly apolo gized for the premature publication

of the notice of public hearing that stated D209 would be having a public meeting to receive input on a proposal to sell bonds in the amount of $44,000,000 to increase the working cash fund.

The notice, which was dated on March 14, 2023, and alle gedly signed of f on by board secretary Samuel Valtier re z, said the public hearing was to be held during the April 11 meeting at Proviso West.

“We are here today to apolo gize to you,” said Cunneen. “What happened over that publication should have never happened. I am not here to make excuses, it happened, we take responsibility for what happened, and I apologize to you for that.”

Cunneen said the mistake was due to a communication er ror during Spring Break, a lack of email checking, and not being able to get in touch with people He also said while they “desperately wanted” to hear from the people on how to fund potential future building renovation projects, the board was in full control over any notice that is to be made public.

“I had no idea it was published in the

Chicago Tribune with my name on it,” Valtier re z said, confronting Cunneen during the board meeting. “I am the person who reads the small print, so I do require some documentation stating that you retracted that.”

Valtier re z said he is still waiting for a retraction and that a public apolo gy be made to District 209 community members in the Tribune as well.

“We wanted to start with me standing in front of you and personally apolo gizing to you,” said Cunneen.

“This is a big deal,” Valtier re z told Village Free Press re garding wanting a public acknowledgment by Cunneen and Mesirow re garding the mistake. “I don’t know how the mistake was made. Because it was a big deal and it was something that the community usually gets involved in, it was important to me.”

Valtier re z said he was notified by board member Amanda Grant of the notice around March 25 and immediately spoke with the district’s attor ney, followed by Supt. James Henderson, who alle gedly told him he was not aware of the notice.

Henderson did not respond to requests for comment.

According to Valtier re z, Cunneen said the public notice was forecasted and scheduled to be sent to the Tribune as they had anticipated the board’s approval but forgot to cancel the notice after the board remained in discussion over the item

Valtier re z told Village Free Press he was infor med there were two notices for public hearing that were published in the Tribune, one for selling $44 million in bonds and another for selling $31 million in bonds. Neither notice was approved by the board, said Valtier re z.

Board President Arbdella Patterson clarified that despite the notice saying, “by order of the President of the Board of Education,” she did not give out those orders

“I am the sitting president at this time,” Patterson said during the meeting. “At no time, at any time, have I OKd or ag reed to any public notice being put out by a directive of myself.”

“The damage at this point is done because the public is under the impression that this board, that this superintendent, gave the okay,” Patterson said.

During the Feb. 14 meeting, Cunneen presented “Proviso Township High

School District 209 Financing Alter native for Capital Projects,” during open session for discussion only. The goal of the plan was to allow the district to generate $71 million for the 2024 and 2025 fiscal year’s construction projects.

Grant had previously submitted an op-ed piece to Village Free Press and the Forest Park Review encouraging community response, saying the project, which was developed by an “outside party,” had no foresight and no accountability plan in place According to the presentation, $41,500,000 would be received through the sale of bonds and another $29,500,000 through district anticipated Evidence Based Funding (EBF.)

While EBF was expected to cover most of the amount bor rowed, as well as include a tax abatement for the next five years, the district would be left paying back approximately $4.5 million a year

Per the recommendation of Mesirow representatives, the district should take advantage of the current 3.5 to 4 percent interest rates on borrowing to lock in rates for bonds to avoid future inflation.

While the district has already had two discussions re garding the proposition, Patterson said, due to the incident re garding the publication of the public notice in the Tribune, she would like to start over “from be ginning to end,” in the name of transparency.

“Let the record reflect that we have only discussed, we have not ag reed to a bond,” said Patterson.

While Valtier re z said he was not at fault, as secretary of the board, he accepts a certain level of responsibility as he is accountable to the community and hopes this helps them find a better process for addressing public hearing notices moving forward and work towards transparency as well as non-hostile communication with the community

“I was elected to have their [the community] interest in mind, I have lived in this community for 35 years, I have invested interest in this township, and I want the best for it,” Valtier re z said. “I want to let them know that moving forward, we want to invite the community to give us feedback, give us honest feedback.”

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Anastosios Doulas, Kyriacos Philippou, Elias Politis

From Greek immigrant dishwashers to Fo restaurateurs

By TOM HOLMES Contributing Reporter

When you walk into Charlie’ the MP Kitchen, you’ll read pretty much the same menu, hear a slight Greek accent when the owners speak, and feel the same kind of family atmospher

Anastosios Doulas and Elias Politis both born in Greece, and Kyriacos Philippou was born in Cyprus but in the Greek speaking part of the island, so his first language is also Greek. The three not only grew up speaking the language Plato and Socrates, their stories of how they got from the Mediterranean Sea to the shores of Lake Michig an also have a great deal in common.

IMMIGRANTS. All three came to the U.S. in search of the economic opportunity they were not finding at home. Doulas and Politis had relatives already here so that made the visa application and initial transition a bit easier.

Phillippou’s journey had more twists and turns. As a teenager, “Charlie” was a budding soccer player in Cyprus until he broke his foot which ended his path to stardom in his own country and perhaps on the international level.

But when Turkey invaded Cyprus in 1974, Charlie decided that his bad luck injury turned out to be a blessing in disguise, because he was exempt from the draft. The economy in Cyprus suf fered because of the war, so he went to Athens looking for work for the short run while in the long run having the goal of someday getting to America.

Turned down for a visa at the U.S. embassy in Athens, he got a job on an ocean tanker, assuming that at some point he’d land in America. Sure enough, at the age of 25 he landed in San Francisco, said “antio sas” to the ship, used $104 of his $200 pay to buy a train ticket and headed east to Chicago where he had relatives with whom

That’s where the paths of the three then young immigrants merged. All three began working as dishwashers and busboys in Chicago restaurants as they learned English, saved their money and learned the restaurant business from the bottom up.

RESTAURATERS. Anastosios and his brother Vasilios were partners in the restaurant business for almost 40 years until Vasilios died of COVID a year ago. They opened their first restaurant at the corner of Archer and Narraganset in Chicago. They then moved to a Hickory Hills location and have occupied their present space at 7525 Madison since 2013.

Philippou and Politis followed the same entrepreneurial path. Philippou opened the Cosmos Restaurant on Roosevelt Road back in 1981 and after that building bur ned down, he opened Charlie’s at 7427 Roosevelt Rd. in 1998. Politis took over what had been Pete’s Grill for 33 years in 1999.

FAMILY RUN. Anastosios’ daughter Marigo and son Nick are co-owners of MP Kitchen with him now, but he comes in almost every day. Marigo said she and her brother tried to get him to retire but he would have none it.

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dining room virtually by herself as the only server, but Charlie is there most every day. The same is true at Louie’s.

Ellen, Louie’s wife, said he opens up in the morning and supervises the cooking in the kitchen, while she is up front, closes at the end of the day and handles the money. She laughed and said that she was a certified CPA and had worked for some inter-

national corporations, but years back she came to “help out” with the money for just a while, and “Louie wouldn’t let me go!”

Charlie’s and Louie’s are open 365 days a year. MP Kitchen will close on major holidays but is otherwise open seven days a week. All three open early in the morning and close mid-afternoon.

FAMILY ORIENTED. If you know in advance that the owners are all Greek and expect to find an all Greek menu, you’ll be disappointed. Marigo said, “We have to people want. They come first. Our 10 employees know that.” all three places are basicalthe same — eggs served many ways, ench toast, waffles, pancakes and skilbreakfast; burgers, melts, salads, soups and wraps for lunch. Each diner, in addition, adds some unique twists of their own to the basics.

Each place promotes itself as af fordable. t break the family budget to eat out, en though the three diners have had to raise prices since COVID began.

GREEK ORTHODOX. True to their roots the Politis, Doulas, and Philippou families all go to the Greek Orthodox Church in their area.

Marigo Doulas described a typical Holy

Week which for Greek Or week later on the calendar than does Holy Week in the Western Church, thodox Easter this year falling on April 16.

She said that on Friday church does what amounts to a funeral procession for Jesus, with parishioners carrying an Epitaphios (bier of Christ) in the procession. On the ev gregants gather in church the liturgy which culminates with everyone shouting, “Christ is risen!”

Then, everyone goes home and, after getting some sleep, the whole together, puts at least one lamb on the spit and enjoys a feast of Greek food. that nowadays “only” 30 ga las backyard, whereas in the days when she was growing up there might be 100.

The Philippous report pretty much the same thing while Politis out to eat, on sort of a busman’s holiday.

GREEK OR AMERICAN? When asked how she identifies in terms of her nationality, Marigo said she is American first and Greek second. Her father put it this way: “When I go back to Cyprus everything has changed. don’t reco

When teasing her

U.S. four times as long as he lived in Cyprus. Maybe his daughter sees his evolution of identity more clearly than he does.

LONG COMMUTE. Charlie lives in Western Springs; the Doulas patriarch lives in Palos Heights; and Louie and Ellen ich means an hour

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Owners who lost a pet can have a hard time finding it, especially if it is not microchipped as Cook County does not have a centralized database for impounded animals In Chicago, Chicago Animal Care and Control keeps dogs at its facility in Little Village, but in the suburbs, each village is responsible for its own animal control. Oftentimes, the villages also don’t have a centralized location or public database where owners can search for their lost pets, so owners are forced to search on social media or nonprofit websites updated by volunteers such as Lost Dogs Illinois. Yurko said in villages like Broadview and Maywood, when a stray dog is found and picked up by local authorities, it is temporarily housed at a vet of fice, or sometimes a shelter, for at least 10 days while authorities try to find its owner. If the owner can’t be found within the str hold period, the

The nonprofit has consistently worked with Broadview and wants to increase the number of impounded dogs they help in Maywood, two areas where Yurko said there is a large number of stray dogs

“Way too many dogs right now are not coming through our program, we would love to be able to help more,” Yurko said, adding the nonprofit met with local authorities to present what Find A Pet Home is capable of doing. “We could save taxpayers money, so they wouldn’t have to necessarily have a dog sitting at a vet and pay for the boarding after that. We would rather see a dog be taken care of and find a happy home.”

The nonprofit also provides medical care to the dogs, who receive immunizations, are spayed and neutered, microchipped, and if needed, are treated for injuries or illnesses Its expenses are largely funded by donations and the organization relies on partnerships with local vets throughout Chicagoland.

Early this week, the Broadview police department transfer red a puppy found in a park in Broadview to Find A Home which found a foster home After the puppy to

OBITUARIES

Carl Joseph Panek, Trib editor, longtime Westchester resident

Carl Joseph Panek, longtime resident of Westchester, age 85, died on April 12, 2023. He was bor n on June 18, 1937.

Mr. Panek retired after many years of service as an editor with the Chicago Tribune. He was the longtime chair man for the Lifesource/Westchester Blood Drive Program, an active member of Westchester Community Church, a U.S. Ar my veteran, a true “newspaper” man who loved to fish and was a die-hard fan of the Chicago White Sox.

Mr. Panek was the beloved husband of Janice Panek, nee Smith; loving father of Christopher (Laima Day) Panek and Kathleen Panek; proud grandfather of Andrew Day; dear brother of Allen (Marguerite) Panek and Joseph Panek; fond uncle of Brian, David, Blythe, Dylan, Deborah, Naomi and Gregory.

A funeral service was held on April 18 at Westchester Community Church, 1840 Westchester Blvd. Inter ment was at Woodlawn Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were handled by ConboyWestchester Funeral Home, 10501 W. Cer mak Rd., Westchester

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DATE FOR REQUEST FOR NAME CHANGE

STATE OF ILLINOIS, CIRCUIT COURT COOK COUNTY.

Request of [Name] 20224005878

There will be a court date on my Request to change my name from: Abigail Lucie Madeline LeBlanc to the new name of: Alexander Jean-Luc LeBlanc

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION

Plaintiff, -v.-

MATTHEW KENNEDY AKA MAT-

THEW J. KENNEDY, 7410 W. DIXON CONDOMINIUMS ASSOCIATION

Defendants

22 CH 08393

7410 DIXON ST., UNIT #G-1 FOREST PARK, IL 60130

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV-

EN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 15, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 16, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 7410 DIXON ST., UNIT #G-1, FOREST PARK, IL 60130

Property Index No. 15-12-417-0101001

The real estate is improved with a residential condominium.

The judgment amount was $155,163.46.

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residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 601 E. William St., DECATUR, IL, 62523 (217) 422-1719.

Please refer to file number 1660109. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-

SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC

601 E. William St DECATUR IL, 62523 217-422-1719

Fax #: 217-422-1754

E-Mail: CookPleadings@hsbattys. com

Attorney File No. 1660109

Attorney Code. 40387

Case Number: 22 CH 08393

TJSC#: 43-704

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Case # 22 CH 08393 I3217600

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION

Plaintiff, -v.UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING BY AND THROUGH THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT

AUTHORITY, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF SHARI D. HERRON, DECEASED

Defendants 18 CH 12928 2316 S. 23RD AVE.

BROADVIEW, IL 60155

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 22, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 16, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 2316 S. 23RD AVE., BROADVIEW, IL 60155

Property Index No. 15-22-109-0520000

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $52,348.05.

No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

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period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

Please refer to file number 337284. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 601 E. William St DECATUR IL, 62523

217-422-1719

Fax #: 217-422-1754

E-Mail: CookPleadings@hsbattys. com

Attorney File No. 337284

Attorney Code. 40387

Case Number: 18 CH 12928

TJSC#: 42-4156

Case # 18 CH 12928

I3215415

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST

Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, OTTIS TURNER, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF COTTRELL TURNER, DECEASED, DAMON RITENHOUSE, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE TO COTTRELL TURNER, DECEASED, ANDRE TURNER

Defendants 2020 CH 05948 400 SOUTH 16TH AVENUE MAYWOOD, IL 60153

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 21, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 15, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 400 SOUTH 16TH AVENUE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153

Property Index No. 15-10-410-024-

0000

The real estate is improved with a single family residence The judgment amount was $171,824.37.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and

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the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, ONE EAST WACKER, SUITE 1250, Chicago, IL, 60601 (312) 651-6700. Please refer to file number 19-043013.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-

SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC

ONE EAST WACKER, SUITE 1250 Chicago IL, 60601 312-651-6700

E-Mail: AMPS@manleydeas.com

Attorney File No. 19-043013

Attorney Code. 48928

Case Number: 2020 CH 05948

TJSC#: 43-1427

Case # 2020 CH 05948 I3217768

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE OF CIM TRUST 2021-NR1; Plaintiff, vs. TONNIE YOUNG; WILLIE HAYES; STATE OF ILLINOIS

Defendants, 19 CH 9367

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty

Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate:

P.I.N. 15-09-112-030-0000, 15-09112-029-0000, 15-09-112-028-0000.

Commonly known as 306 Bohland Avenue, Bellwood, IL 60104

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the

assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 18-016158

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3217368

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUST

Plaintiff, -v.-

VESSIE MAE WHITE, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JAMES WHITE, PARK NATIONAL BANK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICASECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, DAMON RITENHOUSE, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR JAMES WHITE (DECEASED)

Defendants 2022 CH 11529 638 S 22ND AVE BELLWOOD, IL 60104

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 28, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 22, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 638 S 22ND AVE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104

Property Index No. 15-10-318-0210000

The real estate is improved with a single family residence Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

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Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630)

794-9876

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORA-

TION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-

SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100

BURR RIDGE IL, 60527

630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-22-07557

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Attorney Code. 21762

Case Number: 2022 CH 11529

TJSC#: 43-1394

Case # 2022 CH 11529

I3217584

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

GREG BATELLI

Plaintiff, -v.-

BV HOTELS, INC, NINO GIORGOBIANI, GOIN REAL ESTATE, LLC 1, U.S. BANK, N.A. AS TRUST-

EE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF CSMC ASSET-BACKED TRUST 2007-NC1 OSI, CSMC ASSET -BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-NCI

OSI, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS

Defendants U.S. BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE, FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF CSMC ASSET-BACKED TRUST

2007-NC1 OSI, CSMC ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-NC1 OSI

Counter-Plaintiff

-vsNINO GIORGOBIANI; BV HOTELS, INC.; CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A.; GREG BATELLI; LLC 1 D/B/A

GOIN REAL ESTATE LLC 1; JOSEPH VARAN, CLOUD VIEW LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS

Counter-Defendants 13 CH 27286 716 SOUTH 7TH AVENUE MAYWOOD, IL 60153

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV-

EN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 31, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 3, 2023 at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 716 SOUTH 7TH AVENUE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153

Property Index No. 15-11-341-014

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $621,336.15.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than

a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-

1).IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLO-

SURE LAW

For information, contact The sales clerk, LOGS Legal Group LLP Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL, 60015 (847) 291-1717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm.. Please refer to file number 09-030478.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

LOGS Legal Group LLP

2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn IL, 60015

847-291-1717

E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com

Attorney File No. 09-030478

Attorney Code. 42168

Case Number: 13 CH 27286

TJSC#: 43-1248

I3216825

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

The Huntington National Bank Plaintiff, vs. Dawn Cherry-Reedy; Danny Reedy Defendants, 22 CH 2832

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV-

EN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, May 8, 2023 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-16-400-033-0000.

Commonly known as 624 NORFOLK AVENUE, WESTCHESTER, IL 60154.

Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 22-004270

ADC F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

I3216855

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BMO HARRIS BANK, NA; Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN SUCCESSO R TRUSTEE(S) OF FLORENCE PIOTROWICZ (NOW DECEASED) AS SURVIVING COTRUSTEE WITH WALTER J. PIOTROWICZ (WHO DIED ON APRIL 4, 2010) UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED JUNE 2, 1995 AND KNOWN AS WALTER J. PIOTROWICZ AND FLORENCE PIOTROWICZ LIVING TRUST; BMO HARRIS BANK NA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; STEVEN W. PIOTROWICZ, AS SURVIVING CO-TRUSTEE WITH WALTER J. PIOTROWICZ (WHO DIED ON APRIL 4, 2010) UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED JUNE 2, 1995 AND KNOWN AS WALTER J. PIOTROWICZ AND FLORENCE PIOTROWICZ LIVING TRUST; JOSEPH P. PIOTROWICZ, JR. AS SURVIVING CO-TRUSTEE WITH WALTER J. PIOTROWICZ (WHO DIED APRIL 4, 2010) UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED JUNE 2, 1995 AND KNOWN AS WALTER J. PIOTROWICZ AND FLORENCE PIOTROWICZ LIVING TRUST;

Defendants, 21 CH 6442 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate:

P.I.N. 15-20-411-058-0000.

Commonly known as 1864 Buckingham, Westchester, IL 60154. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 21-028152 F2

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

intercountyjudicialsales.com

I3216876

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR FINANCE OF AMERICA STRUC-

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

TURED SECURITIES ACQUISITION

TRUST 2019-HB1

Plaintiff, -v.WALTER WILLIAMS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT

Defendants 2022 CH 02613

1029 30TH AVENUE

BELLWOOD, IL 60104 NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 7, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 9, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 1029 30TH AVENUE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104

Property Index No. 15-16-212-0520000

The real estate is improved with a residence.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1)

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 7949876

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-22-01437

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Attorney Code. 21762

Case Number: 2022 CH 02613

TJSC#: 43-806

Case # 2022 CH 02613 I3216943

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING

Plaintiff, -v.-

LISA M. PIRTLE, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 2022 CH 09770 1304 N. LIND AVE. BERKELEY, IL 60163

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 8, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 11, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 1304 N. LIND AVE., BERKELEY, IL 60163

Property Index No. 15-07-210-0080000

The real estate is improved with a residence.

fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and SUBJECT TO A PRIOR RECORDED

1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Mortgage and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 7949876

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100

BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-22-07381

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Attorney Code. 21762

Case Number: 2022 CH 09770

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TJSC#: 43-634

Case # 2022 CH 09770

I3216974

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF CSMC 2017RPL2 TRUST

Plaintiff, -v.-

JUANA MARROQUIN

Defendants

2022 CH 06250

10027 W. LYNDALE AVENUE

MELROSE PARK, IL 60164

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 21, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 5, 2023, at

The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 10027 W. LYNDALE AVENUE, MELROSE PARK, IL 60164

Property Index No. 12-33-115-0190000

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $133,143.62.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The

Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

For information, contact JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC

Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650, Chicago, IL, 60602 (312) 541-9710. Please refer to file number 22 9599

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORA-

TION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-

SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales

JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC

30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650

Chicago IL, 60602

312-541-9710

E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com

Attorney File No. 22 9599

Attorney Code. 40342

Case Number: 2022 CH 06250

TJSC#: 43-1255

Case # 2022 CH 06250 I3217311

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC

D/B/A MR. COOPER Plaintiff, -v.-

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR LEG-

ATEES OF KATHLEEN FARINA, DECEASED, RBS CITIZENS, N.A, VILLAGE OF MELROSE PARK, AN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, D & S WEATHERPROOFING, LTD, MIDLAND FUNDING LLC, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, STATE OF ILLINOIS, JULIE FOX, AS

SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR KATHLEEN FARINA, DECEASED, JOSEPH FARINA, SALVATORE FARINA A/K/A SAM FARINA, NICOLE WILLIAMS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS Defendants

19 CH 10606 1419 NORTH 13TH AVENUE

MELROSE PARK, IL 60160

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV-

EN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 12, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will

single family residence. The judgment amount was $269,441.39.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1)

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales

LOGS Legal Group LLP

2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn IL, 60015 847-291-1717

E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com

Attorney File No. 19-091484

Attorney Code. 42168

Case Number: 19 CH 10606

TJSC#: 43-1339

Case # 19 CH 10606 I3217315

IIN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF AND WITH RESPECT TO BARCLAYS MORTGAGE TRUST 2021-NPL1, MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES, SERIES 2021-NPL1

Plaintiff, -v.-

LATROY ELLIS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS

Defendants

2019 CH 13253 344 49TH AVENUE BELLWOOD, IL 60104

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV-

EN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 23, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 25, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 344 49TH AVENUE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-08-118-0100000

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Where a sale of real estate is made

to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-

SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-19-07583

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Attorney Code. 21762

Case Number: 2019 CH 13253

TJSC#: 43-1012

Case # 2019 CH 13253 I3218081

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CMG MORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.ADOLFO HERNANDEZ, EDWARD HERNANDEZ Defendants 22 CH 03131

422 BELLWOOD AVENUE BELLWOOD, IL 60104

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV-

EN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 29, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 18, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 422 BELLWOOD AVENUE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104

Property Index No. 15-09-303-0440000

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $250,187.37.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

For information, contact HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 601 E. William St., DECATUR, IL, 62523 (217) 422-1719.

Please refer to file number 1643434

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-

SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC

601 E. William St DECATUR IL, 62523

217-422-1719

Fax #: 217-422-1754

E-Mail: CookPleadings@hsbattys. com

Attorney File No. 1643434

Attorney Code. 40387

Case Number: 22 CH 03131

TJSC#: 43-1340

Case # 22 CH 03131 I3217952

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

MIDFIRST BANK;

Plaintiff,

vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR LEGATEES OF WILLIAM M. SCARVER, DECEASED; GERALD NORDGREN AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR WILLIAM SCARVER, DECEASED; LUCILLE WATT; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS;

Defendants,

22 CH 1933

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, May 22, 2023 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate:

P.I.N. 15-15-116-021-0000

Commonly known as 1404 South 19th Avenue, Maywood, IL 60153.

Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Ms. Tammy Brown, Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, LOGS Legal Group, LLP, 2121 Waukegan Road, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015. (847) 2911717. 22-095706 ADC

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

I3217812

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND

SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR CSMC 2018-RPL6 TRUST

Plaintiff,

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at 10:30 AM on May 10, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1419 NORTH 13TH AVENUE, MELROSE PARK, IL 60160

Index No. 15-03-404-0010000 and 15-03-404-002-0000

real estate is improved with a

Property

The

-v.-

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

BRENDA

Defendants

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

M. BAILEY

22 CH 07545

2243 S 17TH AVE

BROADVIEW, IL 60155

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV-

EN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 24, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 25, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 2243 S 17TH

AVE, BROADVIEW, IL 60155

Property Index No. 15-22-200-010-

0000

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was

$144,531.75.

creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE IL-

LINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

For information, contact HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 601 E. William St., DECATUR, IL, 62523 (217) 422-1719. Please refer to file number 1648382.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 601 E. William St. DECATUR IL, 62523

217-422-1719

Fax #: 217-422-1754

E-Mail: CookPleadings@hsbattys. com

Attorney File No. 1648382

Attorney Code. 40387

Case Number: 22 CH 07545

TJSC#: 43-826

Case # 22 CH 07545

I3218094

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF ANTLR MORTGAGE TRUST 2021RTL1

Plaintiff, -v.IMMACULATE INVESTING LLC, MICHAEL J. WINDERS, CITY OF CHICAGO Defendants

2022 CH 03044 7201 ADAMS ST FOREST PARK, IL 60130

NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 14, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 26, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Commonly known as 7201 ADAMS ST, FOREST PARK, IL 60130

Property Index No. 15-13-207-0110000

The real estate is improved with a commercial property. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24)

hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORA-

TION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-

SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-21-03378

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762

Case Number: 2022 CH 03044

TJSC#: 43-1090

Case # 2022 CH 03044

I3218212

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80+ health vendors at FFC in downtown Oak Park

The Oak Park River Forest Chamber of Commerce will present the 7th Annual Community Health & Wellness Fair hosted by Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC) of Oak Park on April 23. Featuring more than 80 local service providers and vendors, health screenings, activities and more. This event is free to the public. It is open to anyone in Oak Park, River Forest and all surrounding communities.

This will be the third time in 7 years that the Chamber has hosted its Community Health & Wellness Fair at FFC. The downtown Oak Park location offers plenty of space for vendors, engaging kids activities, elevator access and nearby free parking (in the Holley Court Parking Garage directly behind FFC).

While the goal of the fair has always been to provide opportunities for local businesses to feature their services, an additional focus for this year’s event is to expand the event’s reach on a regional level to the beneﬁt of surrounding municipalities. The theme of providing access to quality health services as well as education on wellness has resonated

This year’s fair will include a record number of free health screenings and services from participants that include RUSH Oak Park Hospital, Riveredge Hospital, West Suburban Medical Center, the University of Illinois Cancer Center, B-Health, and many more. It is anticipated that visitors will come from surrounding cities and villages including Chicago, Berwyn, Cicero, Forest Park, River Forest, Maywood, Elmwood Park, Broadview and more.

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We also provide early intervention and prevention education to the Oak Park-River Forest community surrounding substance and gambling use disorders and recovery, partnering with the Village of Oak Park Positive Youth Development Coalition (+PYD) for a variety of community outreach events and initiatives.

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• Hearing & Vision Screenings University of Illinois Cancer Center

• Breast cancer and cancer genetic risk assessments

• Cancer survivorship program

• Onsite programming with Wellness House

• Resources for sexual health after cancer

B-Health

• Manual Based Orthopedic Doctors of Physical Therapy: Sports Performance, Balance, Scoliosis, and more

• Chiropractor

• Health and Nutritional Counselor

• Massage Therapist

West Suburban Medical Center

• Sports Medicine/Orthopedic screenings

• Peripheral Artery (Vascular) Disease screenings

• Pain Clinic -- Pain assessments

• Village of Oak Park - Public Health Department

• COVID testing van (outside)

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• Injury Screenings

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• Mental Health Self-Screenings

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Since 1976, the Proviso Mental Health Commission (PTMHC) has helped provide myriad mental health care services to tens of thousands of people throughout Proviso Township. We know that during these times mental health care services are needed more than ever. In addition to traditional therapies for behavioral care, the commission funds services for substance abuse, developmental disabilities, domestic violence, and crisis intervention. All critical areas of need in our community.

Following the Pandemic, we found a growing demand for virtually all of the services we offer. The stress of daily life in our current environment can sometimes be too much to bear but the Proviso Township Mental Health Commission has always been a beacon of hope.

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